Understanding Galaxies in the Distant Universe
Lead Research Organisation:
University of Warwick
Department Name: Physics
Abstract
Probing the properties and nature of galaxies in the distant Universe is one of the key drivers in modern astronomy, turning back the pages in the story of our Universe. These galaxies emitted their light when the Universe was less than ten percent of its current age, and arguably a simpler base.
It is now possible to explore this epoch through direct observation, through analogy with more local sources and through comparison with numerical and theoretical predictions. This project will seek to expand and explore our knowledge of galaxies seen at early times in the history of galaxy formation.
It is now possible to explore this epoch through direct observation, through analogy with more local sources and through comparison with numerical and theoretical predictions. This project will seek to expand and explore our knowledge of galaxies seen at early times in the history of galaxy formation.
Organisations
Publications
Stanway E
(2018)
Exploring the cosmic evolution of habitability with galaxy merger trees
in Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society
Studentship Projects
| Project Reference | Relationship | Related To | Start | End | Student Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST/N504506/1 | 01/10/2015 | 31/03/2021 | |||
| 1622079 | Studentship | ST/N504506/1 | 05/10/2015 | 31/03/2019 | Henry Childs |
| Description | Ongoing outreach, planetarium |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Schools |
| Results and Impact | We take a planetarium routinely out to local area primary schools. The outcomes are to educate and engage young children in astronomy. Typically there are around 20-50 students in attendance. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2015,2016,2017,2018 |